International Excellence Scholarship

Overview

The International Excellence Scholarship is available to international students who will be studying at St Andrews for an undergraduate degree starting in 2023 with an Overseas fee status. The Selection Committee seeks applicants who are gifted students with academic excellence. The successful scholars will be expected to  serve as a Student Ambassador and represent the University at a number of events.

Value of award (per year)

Full tuition fees (one award)

Duration of award

This award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme.

Additional criteria

• Only available to students entering their first year of an undergraduate degree (this includes direct entry into year two of course).

• Applicants must be academically achieving within the top 10% of their school

• The Selection Committee seeks applicants who are gifted students with academic excellence. The successful scholars will be expected to fulfil an ambassadorial role and represent the University at a number of events.

• You will be required to provide a statement of motivation in support of your application (not more than 250 words). This should include your reasons for applying for the Scholarship, explaining how you would expect to benefit from the opportunities the award provides, and describing how you think you might contribute to the community while studying at the University of St Andrews. Also include details of academic achievements which you believe would make you a good candidate for this scholarship.